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Hangin on a Limb
by Neil Young
Chords 
  E022100
  A9x02220
D6 (no 3rd) xx0230  (start on 7th fret)
B(F#bass)  x33210
A(EBass)  x33210 (start on 5th fret)
?(Ebass) 044200
eMaj7  033100  (start on 4th fret )
EThough the river flows A9gently to the sea
D6He was on the A9shore Erooted like a tree
EShe was here and there A9riding in the waves
D6Through it all she A9heard his call and Egave it all she gave
Chorus
B(f#bass)                  A9(ebass)
And though their love was hangin on a limb
                         E?(ebass)          Emaj7  A9(ebass)
She taught him how to dance           and start again
and though their love was hangin on a limb
she taught him how to dance
I hope this helps someone.  I'd love to type in the Last Trip to Tulsa, but i
have no *idea* how to.

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The story behind the song

This song comes from Neil Young, an artist known for his deeply personal lyrics and a musical style that often blends folk, rock, and country. His career is marked by a distinctive high tenor voice and often distorted electric guitar playing, earning him the nickname "Godfather of Grunge." Playing this song, you're tapping into the world of a musician who has consistently explored raw, authentic expression throughout his extensive discography. It plays like a moment of precarious balance, a feeling of being on the edge.

AI-written from these sources:Neil Young — Wikipedia ↗MusicBrainz ↗

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Hangin On A Limb

by Neil Young

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Emaj7

Hangin on a Limb

by Neil Young

Chords

022100

x02220

D6 (no 3rd) xx0230 (start on 7th fret)

(F#bass) x33210

A(EBass) x33210 (start on 5th fret)

?(Ebass) 044200

eMaj7 033100 (start on 4th fret )

E A9

Though the river flows gently to the sea

D6 A9 E

He was on the shore rooted like a tree

E A9

She was here and there riding in the waves

D6 A9 E

Through it all she heard his call and gave it all she gave

Chorus

B A9

(f#bass) (ebass)

And though their love was hangin on a limb

E Emaj7 A9

?(ebass) (ebass)

She taught him how to dance and start again

and though their love was hangin on a limb

she taught him how to dance

I hope this helps someone. I'd love to type in the Last Trip to Tulsa, but i

have no *idea* how to.

About Hangin On A Limb Chords by Neil Young

Learn how to play Hangin On A Limb by Neil Young with free guitar chords, lyrics, and interactive chord diagrams. Search for “Hangin On A Limb chords”, “Hangin On A Limb guitar chords”, or “Neil Young Hangin On A Limb chords” and you will find this page — transpose to any key, tap chords for diagrams, and use auto-scroll while you play. Perfect for beginners looking for easy Hangin On A Limb chords and for experienced players who want accurate Hangin On A Limb lyrics and chords in one place. Common chords in this song include E, A9, D6, B, F#, A.

FAQ — Hangin On A Limb by Neil Young

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What key is "Hangin On A Limb" in?

The chords for "Hangin On A Limb" show the original chord names (including E, A9, D6, B, F#, A). Use transpose to move the song into any key that fits your voice or capo.